Hello all, My name is Jules. I live in Pennsylvania with my SO and our two children. While I'm not new to SP this last six weeks is the first time I've been so committed to the program(I'm down 5.5 pounds so far). I have been circling around the 150's for the last year and I just want to lose this last 20 pounds already! I first learned about Project Mayhem in May. Then summer came and sidetracked my fitness/weight loss goals. I recommitted on the 1st of September and I'm proud to say that I'm loving the new lifestyle. I'm so glad that you all were SP's featured team. Way to go!! I'm looking forward to losing this excess baggage and gaining a stronger healthier body with all of you. The challenges look tough but amazing. I'm thrilled to be a part of such and strong close knit supportive group and excited to start the challenges! Before I sign off I did have a question... the butterfly kicks are those the karate type kicks or did I Google that wrong? -Monkeys Rock!!

Mercedes, GREAT ADVICE about the measurements...I SO wish I would have taken them down before I started!! My first measurements were when I started Mayhem (Jason's Friday challenge) and I would have loved to see the BEFORE too. :-)

Welcome Niki!!! You are going to love the loco monkeys here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hey Niki, Welcome to our team! In a way, it's good to have some free time to dedicate to our challenges, which are truly challenging. The time has come for you to leave the excuses behind and deal with leaving behind the weight for good. I did that, and just yesterday reached my goal! I can sincerely state that it went a lot faster as soon as I faced the challenges of this team. Welcome! Mercedes

Mercedes

Be the change you want to see in the world. (Gandhi)

When you lose, don't lose the lesson.

“It's not because things are difficult that we dare not venture. It's because we dare not venture that they are difficult.” (Seneca)

Hi I am new to the team but not to sparkpeople. I have been here since feb 07, trying to lose weight I gained after my second child. In the past year and a half I keep using my life as an excuse for not meeting my goal. I make a little progress and then bam, something happens, I use it as an excuses to stop eating right, to stop working out and just keep getting bigger. After a trip to the beach this summer I saw pictures of myself (my profile pic) and couldn't believe how big I was, I never see myself that way. I always envision my body the way it was just before I got pregnant with my baby girl after I had lost 30lbs, and was in the best shape of my life. I still wasn't at my goal yet but I was comfortable and happy with my body. Seeing those pictures sparked something in myself, a disgust and determination to succeed, it still took almost a month before I really committed myself to changing my behavior and I am still at the beginning of the process, I joined this team because I want to be challenged and have a team that i can bond with as I reach my goals. I need to be held accountable for my actions. I am currently unemployed (another very depressing thing for me), but it means I have tons of time to focus on my workouts, and eating habits. I look forward to getting to know all of you.

Niki

“There's a difference between interest and commitment. When you're interested in doing something, you do it only when it's convenient. When you're committed to something, you accept no excuses; only results.” -Kenneth Blanchard

Oh, I so agree with Marilee, Mayhem has made me love (and crave) strength training. Welcome new SpaceMonkeys! One word of advice, take down your measurements ASAP. Because our challenges are about strength mainly, you will be building muscle. You might not see a difference in the scale, and in fact, your weight might increase at first. The change in your measurements will help you judge your body in a different and additional way. Please ask questions if you feel lost... we're all here very excited about our team and about the results we get! Cheers Mercedes

Mercedes

Be the change you want to see in the world. (Gandhi)

When you lose, don't lose the lesson.

“It's not because things are difficult that we dare not venture. It's because we dare not venture that they are difficult.” (Seneca)

Welcome new members! I am excited to have you join the team! We need some fresh monkeys to play with! LOL

Regina, The easiest place to start is to just jump in feet first. Something you will find out about this team is that we are all about accountability. It's not about completion or about competition... EXCEPT with yourself!

The only thing I ask is that you give 100% effort. Go to Mr. Durdens Challenges and take a look at the different challenges. Pick one for this week and do the best you can.

Challenges are normally posted on Friday but as you can see from this week... it doesn't always happen. LOL There is a Challenge discussion board to ask questions... under general discussion... Let me know if I can help!

Hello everyone, my name is Regina. I've been with spark people since the end of August. It has been treendously helpful to me tracking food and exercise. And the motivation I've seen from all sparkers is amazing. This seemed like a good team to join, look forward to starting my first challenge. I do have to be a little careful since I have been having a shoulder issue for the past few months. So where do I begin on this team??

Hello, I found this Team from the Featured SparkTeam and it looks like it is exactly what I've been looking for. I'm pretty knew to SP, but it has already been a big help. My goal is to get down to 150 lbs, from a starting weight of 286.6. I'm already down 3 lbs, so at least I'm on my way. Anyway, I'll be lurking for a while, so catch you later!

Hi. I'm not new to SP, but just joined the team. I'm new into adventure/endurance racing and have been doing tons of cardio for the past couple of years -- mostly hiking in the mountains. I was doing consistent weight training 3x/week until my hiking got out of control and zapped all my energy and time. My goal is to be able to balance my workouts a little better, so believe the weekly variety of this team would be a good place for me to start. I've written down this week's challenge and will do it tomorrow morning!

I have fell off the team for awhile. I had a lot of family and self issues to deal with. But they are done and I am back. I have maintained my weight and actually lost 2 pounds! I'm ready for some pain!

A woman who wants something will find a way; A woman who doesn't will find an excuse.

Hi, I'm Steph. I've been on SP for a little over a year now and I WAS doing great. I've been stuck and unmotivated for a while. I've heard such great things about this team so I decided to come check you all out. I'll get started on the workouts on Friday. I think I'm going to need a day to read everything on this team [lus, I looked at some of the exercises and I need to look up how to do them.

Hi all! I just decided to join (after poking around for probably the last hour here at work). I'd heard great things about this team and can't wait to get working on the challenges this afternoon! I've been in a rut lately, and I love the "tough love" idea of this team. Thanks!

Hi new spacemonkey repoting for duty, sir. My name is Amanda I'm a wife and mother to a preschool daughter. I am somewhat new to Spark but joined my local Y almost three months ago. I take boxing, yoga, and pilates twice a week but am up for new challenges!

Wow!!! So many new spacemonkeys! This is the right place if you've come to sweat, and learn to take your limits to new horizons... in a very short time. I've only been a member for three weeks, and I can tell you it is going to start working for you immediately. Welcome everyone!

Mercedes

Be the change you want to see in the world. (Gandhi)

When you lose, don't lose the lesson.

“It's not because things are difficult that we dare not venture. It's because we dare not venture that they are difficult.” (Seneca)

I live in Georgia, married, and I have a house full...LOL, meaning I have 4 girls, all grown except 1 and she's 15...we have dogs, horses, cats and a baby goat.

I work for the school system..in food nutrition, also I'm a Professional Baker as you can see in my profile...Wedding cake are my specialty... I love to workout, dance to music, flower garden, photography,trout fish, and work with horses.

I was on the Biggest Loser website for over 2 yr's. and basically on the same thread and then everyone starting leaving 1 by 1....I had to close it down and I hated it, FUNNY THING the thread was named "MAYKNEACK" and we had a strong team at first, no excuse, no whinning just get the job done kinda team....Now I found a lot of things on this team common...If your weak you don't belong here....WOW!!! our leader Jerry also said, you wanna cry go somewhere else just do the hard work and come in with a loss. So I'm used to the smack talk and just getting it done.

I'm looking for a team that challenges me to the very end...pushes me and I push back...when I read your profile and about Jason....I knew I had found what I was looking for....over a year ago I was on the Biggest Loser site and was there for 2 1/2 yr's, we had ongoing challenges, teams, we had smack talk, we also lost and had no excuses, no whinning...Just do it and push and be pushed, just to see how much we could take....I read that in your profile...I like it!!!! I started yr's ago at 208...then about 3 yr's ago I was at 183...started spinning and kickboxing and I'm down to 148....then life happened and I had to take care of my mom, well she's more settled now and I gotta get back to moving...So I found you guys and I more than ready to go...Now I Gotta read up on everything your group is into now.

Hey guys...this is a rockin team...when everyone is here!*pout* I'm guilty as well....but playtime is over:) *insert evil Monkey grin* I'm here if you have any questions or just need a boot! hehehe...especially if you need a boot... Welcome to the Project!

Hello everyone, I am looking for that team that can help me with my weight lost goal (I'm stuck...have been losing and regaining the same pound for 2 weeks now) along with giving the challenge and motivation to reach my goal.

Hello everyone. My name is Dawn and I was given this page by Starpeace when I asked where she was getting the intense workouts she was listing in Tight and Toned. I am a mother of two mischieveous girls, an Army wife, an Art teacher and a lover of fitness (ok, so maybe addicted would be a better word). I love your description for this team. By the way, I gave up being weak some time ago!

Hello everyone. My name is Nicole. I am a mother of 5. I NEED HELP!! In 2004 I was doing very well and got down to 140, then I quit everything... eating right and exercising, because everyone told me that I didnt look right! Well I am back and this time I want to get to 130, my weight before I had children. I know that I can do this, I just need the extra motivation for those days when I feel like a failure. I am ready for these challenges, they will really help me in reaching my goals.

"Stop living life for what’s around the corner and start enjoying the walk down the street.”

I am Kelly's complete utter surprise (that there's a Project Mayhem team). My friend ALIAGOGO told me about PM. The challenges sound like they push you to the limit. So I'm glad to be a space monkey. I'm from Bundaberg, Australia. I'm getting married in November this year. I thought that this team could help me get into shape before my wedding.

You guys are so welcoming... if I could just get my Germany location on the team map, I'd be kicking. I've tried everything, I'll have to have a chat with Sparky-boy. Our trip: In the west Strasbourg (France), Trier, in the north Hannover, Luneburg, Hamburg, in the east Schwerin, Brandenburg, Dessau (the Bauhaus buildings and museum are totally awesome), and in the south Bayreuth, Augsburg, Garmisch. Many of these places were awarded only a three hour refreshing walk, as we'd done most of this route before, so it is not as excessive as it sounds. Next time we'll concentrate on the east though, because going to those old iron curtain cities is like stepping back in time. I gotta go... those butterfly kicks are calling! Great to be on board with such a lively bunch, and thanks again for the warm welcome. M

Edited by: VILLADINORAH at: 8/5/2008 (03:57)

Mercedes

Be the change you want to see in the world. (Gandhi)

When you lose, don't lose the lesson.

“It's not because things are difficult that we dare not venture. It's because we dare not venture that they are difficult.” (Seneca)

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